{"id":302403,"date":"2026-05-27T11:37:19","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T15:37:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/borhanifar.com\/?page_id=302403"},"modified":"2026-07-19T16:50:32","modified_gmt":"2026-07-19T20:50:32","slug":"inside-canada","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/borhanifar.com\/en\/study-canada-2\/study-permit\/inside-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"Apply for a study permit inside Canada 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h1 style=\"text-align: left; direction: ltr;\">Apply for a study permit inside Canada 2026<\/h1>\n<section dir=\"ltr\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Canada Study Permit Overview\">\n<div class=\"featured-snippet\" style=\"margin-top: 10px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 14px; border-bottom: 2px solid #c40000; padding-bottom: 6px; margin-bottom: 8px;\">By: <a href=\"https:\/\/borhanifar.com\/en\/about\/\" rel=\"author\">Dr. Iman Borhanifar, RCIC <\/a><span style=\"color: #6b7280;\">\n    <span style=\"position:relative;display:inline-block;color:#6b7280;cursor:pointer;direction:ltr;\"\n          onclick=\"this.querySelector('.published-date-box').style.display = this.querySelector('.published-date-box').style.display === 'block' ? 'none' : 'block';\">\n\n        2026-07-19, 16:50 EDT        <span style=\"font-size:10px;margin-left:4px;\">\u25bc<\/span>\n\n        <span class=\"published-date-box\"\n              style=\"display:none;position:absolute;top:24px;left:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:8px;padding:8px 12px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,.12);white-space:nowrap;z-index:9999;color:#4b5563;\">\n            <strong>Published:<\/strong>\n            2026-05-27, 11:37 EDT        <\/span>\n\n    <\/span>\n\n    <\/span><\/div>\n<p class=\"snippet-text\" style=\"margin: 0;\">Applying for a study permit inside Canada may allow eligible visitors, workers, and temporary residents to study legally and work while study in Canada.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_pb_row_3-4_1-4 et_block_row et_block_row_3-4_1-4\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><div style=\"direction: ltr; text-align: left; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n<nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<hr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; margin: 20px 0;\" \/>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><section dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr; text-align: left;\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Canada study permit inside Canada overview\">\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Apply for <strong>study permit inside Canada<\/strong> may allow eligible visitors, workers, students, and temporary residents to change or extend their legal status without leaving Canada.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Applicants inside Canada must still satisfy IRCC requirements, including study purpose, financial support, legal status, and document completeness.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">This guide explains who may apply for a study permit inside Canada, how maintained status works, study permit extensions, restoration applications, and common refusal risks.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">You can also review our complete <a href=\"\/en\/study-canada\/study-permit\/\">Canada study permit guide<\/a> for full eligibility rules, document checklists, and study permit requirements.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f9fafb; padding: 14px; margin: 18px 0; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\"><strong>Canada study permit inside Canada at a glance<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"line-height: 1.9; margin-bottom: 0;\">\n<li>Some visitors and temporary residents may apply from inside Canada<\/li>\n<li>Applicants must maintain valid temporary resident status<\/li>\n<li>Financial documents and Study Plans remain important<\/li>\n<li>Maintained status may protect legal status during processing<\/li>\n<li>Late extensions may require restoration applications<\/li>\n<li>Changing schools may affect compliance obligations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\"><em>This article is based on the latest IRCC study permit policies and inside-Canada application rules in 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; margin: 20px 0;\" \/>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_post_title_0 et_pb_post_title et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_title_container\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><section id=\"apply-study-permit-inside-canada-eligibility\" dir=\"ltr\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Who can apply for a study permit from inside Canada\" style=\"direction:ltr; text-align:left;\">\n<h2>Who can apply for a study permit inside Canada?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.9;\">\nOnly certain foreign nationals can apply for a study permit from inside Canada. Applicants must usually have valid temporary resident status or fall under a specific IRCC eligibility category.\n<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#f9fafb; padding:14px; margin:18px 0; border-radius:6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;\">\nApplying for a study permit within Canada as a visitor, worker, student, minor child, or family member may be possible only if one of the eligible situations applies.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Inside Canada study permit eligibility categories<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.9;\">\nYou may be eligible to apply for a study permit from inside Canada if you are currently in Canada and one of the following situations applies.\n<\/p>\n<details style=\"margin:14px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:600;\">You already have valid temporary resident status<\/summary>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px; line-height:1.9;\">\n<ul>\n<li>You have a valid study permit or work permit<\/li>\n<li>Your spouse, common-law partner, or parent has a valid study permit or work permit<\/li>\n<li>You or your spouse, common-law partner, or dependent child has a temporary resident permit valid for 6 months or more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin:14px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:600;\">You are a minor, exchange student, or visiting student<\/summary>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px; line-height:1.9;\">\n<ul>\n<li>You are a minor child in primary or secondary school<\/li>\n<li>You are an exchange student or visiting student<\/li>\n<li>You completed a short-term course or study program required for acceptance at a <a href=\"\/en\/study-canada\/canadian-designated-learning-institutions\/\">Designated Learning Institution (DLI)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin:14px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:600;\">You have a pending or protected immigration situation<\/summary>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px; line-height:1.9;\">\n<ul>\n<li>You are being sponsored for immigration and already applied for permanent residence, if eligible<\/li>\n<li>You, your spouse or common-law partner, or your dependent child are subject to an unenforceable removal order<\/li>\n<li>You are a refugee claimant in Canada<\/li>\n<li>You are a family member of a refugee claimant in Canada<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin:14px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:600;\">You are a family member of certain foreign nationals in Canada<\/summary>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px; line-height:1.9;\">\n<p>You may also be eligible if you are the spouse, common-law partner, or dependent child of someone in Canada who is:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An athlete on a team based in Canada<\/li>\n<li>A member of the media<\/li>\n<li>A member of the clergy<\/li>\n<li>Military personnel on duty in Canada<\/li>\n<li>An accredited foreign representative<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.9;\">\nIf none of these situations applies, you may need to apply for a study permit from outside Canada instead.\n<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#f9fafb; padding:14px; margin:18px 0; border-radius:6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;\">\nEligibility to apply from inside Canada depends on current status, previous permits, family relationships, and IRCC policy requirements.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.9;\">\nVisitors already in Canada should also review our <a href=\"\/en\/visit-canada\/visitor-visa\/\">Canada visitor visa guide<\/a> to better understand visitor status, extensions, temporary resident conditions, and visitor-to-student applications.\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.9;\">\nYou can also review our complete <a href=\"\/en\/study-canada\/study-permit\/\">Canada study permit guide<\/a> for eligibility requirements, proof of funds, Study Plans (SOPs), processing times, and supporting documents.\n<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border:none; border-top:1px solid #ccc; margin:20px 0;\" \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"how-to-apply-inside-canada\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr; text-align: left;\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"How to apply for a study permit inside Canada\">\n<h2>How to apply for a study permit inside Canada<\/h2>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Inside Canada applications are generally submitted online through the IRCC portal with supporting documents, forms, financial evidence, and a Study Plan (SOP).<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f9fafb; padding: 14px; margin: 18px 0; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Applicants inside Canada must still satisfy the same core eligibility and document requirements as applicants outside Canada.<\/p>\n<h3>Inside Canada study permit requirements<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Inside Canada study permit requirements generally include valid temporary resident status, a Letter of Acceptance (LOA), proof of funds, a Study Plan (SOP), and supporting identity documents.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Applicants inside Canada must still satisfy IRCC eligibility rules, financial requirements, and temporary resident conditions even when applying from within Canada.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Inside Canada study permit document checklist<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"line-height: 2; padding-left: 20px;\">\n<li>Valid passport or travel document<\/li>\n<li>Current immigration status documents<\/li>\n<li>Letter of Acceptance (LOA)<\/li>\n<li>PAL or TAL, if required<\/li>\n<li>Proof of funds documents<\/li>\n<li>Study Plan (SOP)<\/li>\n<li>Academic records and transcripts<\/li>\n<li>Biometrics, if required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">You can also review our complete <a href=\"\/en\/study-canada\/study-permit\/requirements\/\">Canada study permit requirements<\/a> guide for detailed eligibility and document rules.<\/p>\n<h3>Financial documents and Study Plans<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Applicants inside Canada should still provide strong financial evidence and a clear Study Plan explaining the academic purpose of the application.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">You can also review our guides to <a href=\"\/en\/study-canada\/study-permit\/proof-of-funds\/\">proof of funds for Canada study permits<\/a> and <a href=\"\/en\/study-canada\/study-permit\/study-plan-sop\/\">Canada Study Plans (SOPs)<\/a>.<\/p>\n<details style=\"margin: 14px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\">Can weak documents cause refusal inside Canada?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.9;\">\n<p>Yes. Weak finances, unclear study purpose, inconsistent documents, or poor explanations may still increase refusal risk for inside Canada applications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<h3>Biometrics and processing<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Some inside Canada applicants may still need biometrics or additional background review depending on their immigration history and application category.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">You can also review current <a href=\"\/en\/study-canada\/study-permit\/processing-time\/\">Canada study permit processing times in 2026<\/a>, including biometrics delays and IRCC backlogs.<\/p>\n<h3>Inside Canada study permit processing time<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Inside Canada study permit processing time may vary depending on IRCC workload, biometrics requirements, document completeness, background checks, and application volume.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Processing timelines are estimates only and may change throughout the year based on IRCC operational capacity and seasonal application demand.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">You can also review current <a href=\"\/en\/study-canada\/study-permit\/processing-time\/\">Canada study permit processing times in 2026<\/a>, including biometrics delays and country-specific processing estimates.<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; margin: 20px 0;\" \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"maintained-status-restoration\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr; text-align: left;\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Maintained status and restoration of status\">\n<h2>Maintained status and restoration of status<\/h2>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Temporary residents who apply before their current status expires may benefit from maintained status while IRCC processes the new application.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f9fafb; padding: 14px; margin: 18px 0; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Maintained status may allow eligible temporary residents to remain legally in Canada while waiting for a decision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>What is maintained status?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Maintained status generally begins when a complete extension or change-of-status application is submitted before the current status expires.<\/p>\n<details style=\"margin: 14px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\">Can applicants remain in Canada during processing?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.9;\">\n<p>Eligible applicants with maintained status may usually remain in Canada legally while waiting for a decision from IRCC.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<h3>Restoration of status<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Applicants who lose temporary resident status may sometimes apply for restoration within the allowed restoration period.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Learn more about <a href=\"\/en\/study-canada\/study-permit\/extend-study-permit\/\">extending or restoring a Canada study permit<\/a>, including maintained status, IMM 5709, and restoration applications.<\/p>\n<details style=\"margin: 14px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\">Can students study during restoration?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.9;\">\n<p>Applicants under restoration should carefully review IRCC conditions because restoration does not automatically restore all previous rights or authorizations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<h3>Expired status risks<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Late applications, unauthorized studies, or long gaps without legal status may create additional immigration risks and processing complications.<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; margin: 20px 0;\" \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"extensions-and-school-changes\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr; text-align: left;\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Study permit extensions and changing schools\">\n<h2>Study permit extensions and changing schools<\/h2>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Students already in Canada may need to extend their study permit, change schools, change programs, or update their immigration status during their studies.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f9fafb; padding: 14px; margin: 18px 0; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Students must continue complying with study permit conditions and DLI reporting obligations while studying in Canada.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Study permit extensions<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Students should generally apply for extensions before their study permit expires to reduce the risk of losing legal status.<\/p>\n<details style=\"margin: 14px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\">When should students apply for extensions?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.9;\">\n<p>Students should usually apply before the current study permit expires to help maintain legal status during processing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<h3>Changing schools or programs<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Changing institutions or academic programs may create additional compliance obligations depending on the student\u2019s status and level of study.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Learn more about <a href=\"\/en\/study-canada\/study-permit\/change-school-program\/\">changing schools or programs in Canada as an international student<\/a>, including updated IRCC DLI transfer rules, PAL\/TAL requirements, and study permit extension obligations.<\/p>\n<details style=\"margin: 14px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\">Can school changes affect PGWP eligibility?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.9;\">\n<p>In some situations, school transfers or non-compliant studies may affect future Post-Graduation Work Permit eligibility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<h3>Study permit conditions<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Students must continue complying with attendance requirements, authorized work rules, and DLI conditions during their stay in Canada.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Students must comply with <a href=\"\/en\/study-canada\/study-permit\/study-permit-conditions\/\">Canada study permit conditions and IRCC student compliance rules<\/a> while studying in Canada.<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; margin: 20px 0;\" \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"refusal-risks-inside-canada\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr; text-align: left;\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Common refusal risks for inside Canada applications\">\n<h2>Common refusal risks for inside Canada applications<\/h2>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Inside Canada applications may still be refused if officers are not satisfied that the applicant meets immigration requirements or has a genuine study purpose.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f9fafb; padding: 14px; margin: 18px 0; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Changing status inside Canada does not reduce the importance of financial credibility, study purpose, or document consistency.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Common refusal concerns<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"line-height: 2; padding-left: 20px;\">\n<li>Weak proof of funds<\/li>\n<li>Unclear study purpose<\/li>\n<li>Poorly prepared Study Plan (SOP)<\/li>\n<li>Late extension applications<\/li>\n<li>Status gaps or unauthorized studies<\/li>\n<li>Weak academic progression<\/li>\n<li>Inconsistent supporting documents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<details style=\"margin: 14px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\">Can visitors face additional scrutiny?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.9;\">\n<p>Some visitor-to-student applications may receive closer review regarding study purpose, temporary resident intent, and financial planning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">You can also review common <a href=\"\/en\/study-canada\/study-permit\/refusal-reasons\/\">Canada study permit refusal reasons<\/a>, including weak SOPs, financial concerns, temporary resident intent issues, and inconsistent supporting documents.<\/p>\n<h3>Maintained Status vs Restoration of Status<\/h3>\n<div style=\"margin: 20px 0; overflow-x: auto;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background: #ffffff; direction: ltr; text-align: left; font-size: 14px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\"><strong>Situation<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\"><strong>Maintained Status<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\"><strong>Restoration<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Applied before expiry<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Status already expired<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Possible if eligible<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">May remain in Canada legally<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Usually yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Depends on restoration approval<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Common refusal risks for inside Canada Study Permit<\/h3>\n<div style=\"margin: 20px 0; overflow-x: auto;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background: #ffffff; direction: ltr; text-align: left; font-size: 14px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\"><strong>Issue<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\"><strong>Possible Concern<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Weak proof of funds<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Financial credibility concerns<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Unclear Study Plan<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Weak study purpose<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Late extension<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Loss of status risks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">School changes<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\">Compliance and DLI concerns<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<hr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; margin: 20px 0;\" \/>\n<\/section>\n<section dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr; text-align: left;\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Canada study permit inside Canada FAQ\">\n<h2>Canada study permit inside Canada FAQ (2026)<\/h2>\n<p style=\"line-height: 1.9;\">Below are common questions about applying for a study permit inside Canada, maintained status, restoration, extensions, and visitor-to-student applications.<\/p>\n<details style=\"margin: 10px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\">Can visitors apply for a study permit inside Canada?<\/summary>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.9;\">Some visitors may apply for a study permit from inside Canada if they meet IRCC eligibility requirements.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin: 10px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\">What is maintained status?<\/summary>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.9;\">Maintained status may allow eligible temporary residents to remain legally in Canada after submitting an extension or status-change application before expiry.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin: 10px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\">Can students restore expired status?<\/summary>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.9;\">Some applicants may apply for restoration if they lost status and remain within the allowed restoration period.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin: 10px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\">Can students change schools in Canada?<\/summary>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.9;\">Yes. However, students may still need to comply with DLI transfer rules, PAL\/TAL requirements, and study permit conditions.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin: 10px 0;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\">Can inside Canada applications be refused?<\/summary>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 10px; line-height: 1.9;\">Yes. 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